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Widin Live Centre - High Speed Rotational - Long Life - Carbide Tipped - Minimizes Bite Interference - SMPBC Type - NO.3
| Size | MT3 |
| Head Diameter | 52 |
| Point Length | 40 |
| Point Diameter | 22 |
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Description
Widin Live Centre is a high-speed rotational live center designed to provide stable, precise support during turning operations. Its carbide-tipped tip minimizes bite interference, helping you achieve cleaner finishes and consistent results even on long runs. Built for reliability, it’s a practical choice for engineers, shop floor technicians, and serious hobbyists who demand steady performance and long service life.
This unit uses SMPBC Type mounting with Morse taper options No. 3 (and No. 5 available) and features upgraded bearings engineered for high-speed rotation. These enhancements deliver superior durability and longer life compared with standard SM-type centers, along with exceptionally tight runout to keep your work precisely centered.
- Carbide-tipped tip for extended life: The carbide insert provides outstanding wear resistance, maintaining accurate support and consistent finishes even under demanding cutting conditions.
- Ultra-low runout for precise turning: Achieves runout of 0.00012" (0.003 mm), reducing vibration and improving surface quality and dimensional accuracy at high speeds.
- High-speed bearings and Morse-taper versatility: Specially upgraded bearings handle rapid rotations with reduced wear, and No. 3 (with No. 5 option) Morse tapers ensure easy, secure mounting on a wide range of lathes.
For professionals and enthusiasts alike, this Widin Live Centre delivers dependable performance, minimizes maintenance downtime, and supports efficient workflows. Its combination of carbide durability, precise centering, and high-speed capability helps you achieve better part finishes, tighter tolerances, and more consistent results across your turning projects.
Part Numbers
- Protool Part Number
- LC-3SMPBC
- Brand
- Widin
- Category
- Live Centre
Need cutting data? Call 01732 887334 or email sales@protool-ltd.co.uk.
Delivery
Free UK mainland delivery on orders over £50 ex VAT. In-stock items ordered before 4:30pm are dispatched the same working day. Full delivery information.
Returns
14-day returns on unused stock items in original packaging. Special-order and bespoke tooling is non-returnable. Read our returns policy.
Technical Support
Over 30 years of machining experience behind the counter. Call 01732 887334, Mon–Thurs 8:30–17:30, Fri 8:30–16:30.
Trade Accounts
Credit accounts, contract pricing and scheduled call-off orders available for trade customers. Apply for an account.
What time are Protool open?
We are open Monday to Friday between 8:30am and 5pm.
Do you offer Free Next Day delivery?
Yes! We offer Free Next Day delivery via Royal Mail Tracked 24 on all orders over £50 ex VAT*. We also offer Free DPD Local Next Day delivery on all orders over £100 ex VAT*.
We also offer the following:
- Royal Mail Tracked 24 — £5.90 (FREE on orders over £50 ex VAT*). Order before 4:30pm for next day delivery. No signature required.
- DPD Local Next Day — £8.00 (FREE on orders over £100 ex VAT*). Standard next day delivery to UK mainland addresses.
- Royal Mail Special Delivery — £12.50. Guaranteed delivery before 1pm the next working day.
- DPD Saturday Delivery — £25.00. Must be ordered on Friday before 4pm. Pre-12pm delivery.
For delivery to Scottish Highlands & Islands, Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland, or overseas locations, additional charges apply. Please see our delivery page for full details, or call us on 01732 887 334.
*T's & C's and exclusions apply. Please see our delivery page for more information on all our services.
Full Range: Widin Live Centre - High Speed Rotational - Long Life - Carbide Tipped - Minimizes Bite Interference - SMPBC Type
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| Product SKU | Size | Head Diameter | Point Length | Point Diameter | Max RPM | Max Load | Concentricity | GL | b | L2 | L3 | L4 | L5 | C | L | Price | Stock | Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LC-3SMPBC Viewing | MT3 | 52 | 40 | 22 | 12000 | 160 | 0.003 | 23.825 | 10 | 51 | 5 | 96 | 81 | 10 | 177 | £802.23 | 5 days | |
| LC-4SMPBC | MT4 | 66 | 50 | 32 | 10000 | 520 | 0.003 | 31.267 | 14 | 55 | 6.5 | 111.5 | 101.5 | 14 | 213 | £1,039.36 | 5 days | |
| LC-5SMPBC | MT5 | 82 | 65 | 40 | 8000 | 940 | 0.005 | 44.399 | 16 | 75 | 6.5 | 146.5 | 129.5 | 18 | 276 | £1,350.77 | 5 days |
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